“It is always gratifying when a company has the confidence in a community and the local workforce to make a significant investment,” Russellville Mayor Bill Eaton said.

“ConAgra Foods has expanded their Russellville manufacturing operations numerous times since the plant was originally built in 1964.

“This latest investment of over $100 million is just another example of the company’s confidence in Russellville and the State of Arkansas. We are grateful that ConAgra Foods calls Russellville, Arkansas, home.”

Jeff Pipkin, president of the Arkansas Valley Alliance for Economic Development, also said Russellville is forunate to have ConAgra.

“We are fortunate in Russellville and the Arkansas River Valley to have many manufacturers in the area,” Pipkin said. “ConAgra Foods has been producing quality food products in Russellville since 1964 and continues to be one of the largest employers in the region. With this exciting expansion announcement today, we know the company will be a significant part of our local economy for years to come.”